Basic Details
Word: Delirious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Being in a state of confusion and excitement, often due to high fever or extreme emotions.
Synonyms: Frenzied, wild, fevered
Antonyms: Calm, clear-headed, rational
Idioms and Phrases
- Delirious with joy: Extremely happy and excited. Example: "She was delirious with joy when she got her exam results."
- Deliriously happy: Unbelievably or extraordinarily happy. Example: "After winning the championship, the team was deliriously happy."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After running the marathon, he felt delirious and overwhelmed by his achievement.
Example 2: When she woke up from her fever, she was delirious and kept talking about strange dreams.
Example 3: The audience was delirious with excitement as the band took the stage.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "delirious" comes from the Latin word "delirare," which means "to be out of one's mind"? It reflects a state that can be caused by illness or extreme emotional stress.
Famous Quote
"I am delirious with joy over my victory." -Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "delirious" mean?
a) Calm and peaceful
b) Confused and excited
c) Tired and sleepy
d) Sad and gloomy
Answer: b) Confused and excited
2. Which of these is a synonym of "delirious"?
a) Calm
b) Wild
c) Rational
d) Bored
Answer: b) Wild
3. Which sentence uses "delirious" correctly?
a) She was delirious after studying hard for her exams.
b) The sun was shining deliriously.
c) He felt delirious with joy when he saw his friends.
d) The cat looked delirious after playing quietly.
Answer: c) He felt delirious with joy when he saw his friends.
4. Which idiom means extremely happy or excited?
a) Delirious with joy
b) As cool as a cucumber
c) In a pickle
d) Under the weather
Answer: a) Delirious with joy
5. What is the opposite of "delirious"?
a) Excited
b) Clear-headed
c) Feverish
d) Joyful
Answer: b) Clear-headed
